Throwaway email
A throwaway email is exactly what it says: an address you use once and throw away. MailboxTemp makes the throwing-away automatic — the inbox disposes of itself so you never have to.
What is throwaway email?
A throwaway email is a disposable inbox intended for a single use. It catches the message you're waiting for, then expires without any cleanup on your part.
A real example
Testing your own app's welcome email, or grabbing a verification link from a site you'll never revisit — throwaway email is built for these one-and-done moments.
How throwaway email works on MailboxTemp
- Land on the page — your throwaway email inbox is already generated.
- Hit copy, then drop the address wherever it's needed.
- Watch in real time as mail lands; verification codes are highlighted automatically.
- Walk away — expiry wipes everything for you, no cleanup needed.
Good to know
Since it's gone after one use, copy any code or link out promptly — don't rely on coming back to it tomorrow.
Frequently asked questions
Is throwaway email really free?
Yes — creating a throwaway email inbox and receiving mail costs nothing and needs no account. Optional Pro features (longer life, custom address, no ads) are the only paid extras.
How long does it last?
Free inboxes live for one hour and can be extended in 10-minute steps; Pro inboxes last 24 hours. At expiry the address and every message are permanently deleted.
Can I receive verification codes and OTPs?
Yes. MailboxTemp detects one-time codes in incoming mail automatically and surfaces them at the top of the inbox so you can copy them in a tap.